Business Today recognised the TOP 30 best performing corporates in Sri Lanka for 2017-2018, reflecting the steady growth in a country transforming on many fronts. Having introduced the Business Today Passionate segment in 2017, this year too the award ceremony reasserted its vision to be a source of motivation to the private sector by presenting a distinct category – ‘Business Today Special Recognition’. This category honours four enterprising business leaders for their continued investment in the country’s future and confidence in the economy. The event was held under the patronage of Chief Guest, President Maithripala Sirisena and graced by Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple Ven Galboda Gnanissara Thera. John Keells Holdings retained its Number One ranking for the ninth consecutive year in the Business Today TOP 30, 2017-2018. Hatton National Bank retained its position at Number Two. Commercial Bank of Ceylon ranked at Number Three.